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Red wolf
Characteristics
Scientific Name:
Canis rufus
Family Name:
Canidae
Head & Body Size:
37-47 in. (95-120 cm)
Tail Size:
10-14 in. (25-35 cm)
Weight:
35 to 90 lb.
Color:
generally a cinnamon and tawny mixture, with black and grey hairs scattered throughout
Life Span:
about 13 years
Diet:
feeds mainly on small and medium sized game animals
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Red wolf Description
The Red wolf is much smaller than their cousin, the grey wolf. Their skulls are longer and more slender than the grey wolf. It's canine teeth are also longer and more slender.
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